According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the National Center for Biotechnology Information:
- At least 5 million acts of domestic violence occur annually to women 18 years and older.
- One in 4 women will experience physical violence by their intimate partner.
- One in 6 women have experienced stalking during their lifetimes.
- About 1 in 3 women have experienced some form of sexual violence in their lifetime.
- Annually, domestic violence is responsible for over 1,500 deaths in the United States.
Introducing Women’s Self-Defense, a 12-week program to prepare you for common assault scenarios
- Even if . . . you have no experience
- Even if . . . you are out-of-shape
- Even if . . . you feel nervous and afraid
We are here to support you every step of the way. You got this.
Our new Women’s Self-Defense program is designed to teach you the self-defense fundamentals for common domestic violence and sexual assault scenarios, including:
- Avoid danger and deter predators
- Escaping wrist, waist, and hair grabs
- Defend against punches and other strikes
- Control and injure your attacker
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should attend?
Women’s Self-Defense is perfect for women who want to learn self-defense and build confidence in their ability to protect themselves in an assault scenario.
- Young women heading to college
- Women entering the dating scene
- Women who live alone, with or without kids
- Women with stalkers or abusive partners or former partners
- Women who have felt unsafe in the past
Who are the instructors?
Jaimee is a domestic violence and sexual assault survivor who wants to empower women and children to protect themselves from domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.
John is the owner and head instructor at Freeport Martial Arts. He is a Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt with over a decade of experience teaching martial arts and has taught self-defense strategies and tactics to over 100 women.
Summer is our happy and loyal hound. She often sleeps in the window but happily accepts head scratches and belly rubs.
When are the classes?
The Women’s Self-Defense course is a 12-week commitment, starting February 4, 2025.
Women’s Self-Defense classes will be every Tuesday and Wednesday from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM. We encourage you to attend as many classes as possible to learn and practice all techniques.
If you cannot join in the first week of classes, you are welcome to join any Tuesday.
It is not important when you start; it is important that you start.
What do I need to bring?
All you need is a set of workout clothes and a water bottle. Freeport Martial Arts supplies all other equipment as required.
What if I have no experience?
It is okay if you have no experience. No experience can be a great thing because you have no bad habits. As we like to say, “Just show up.” We will take care of the rest.
Can my kids attend?
Yes! We accept females ages eight and older and males ages eight to 12. Kids must attend with a parent or legal guardian.
How much is the class?
The 12-week Women’s Self-Defense course is a one-time fee of $195. Join with a family member, friend, coworker, etc., and save 20% each!
Freeport Martial Arts members with a monthly membership can participate in the Women’s Self-Defense course free of charge as part of their membership.